Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Retinoscopy

An objective determination of the refractive state of the eye (NEARSIGHTEDNESS; FARSIGHTEDNESS; ASTIGMATISM). By using a RETINOSCOPE, the amount of correction and the power of lens needed can be determined.

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Abstract

An objective determination of the refractive state of the eye (NEARSIGHTEDNESS; FARSIGHTEDNESS; ASTIGMATISM). By using a RETINOSCOPE, the amount of correction and the power of lens needed can be determined.

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Synonyms

7 entry terms
  • Shadow Test
  • Skiametry
  • Skiascopy
  • Retinoscopies
  • Shadow Tests
  • Skiametries
  • Skiascopies

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13 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, ethics, history, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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History Note

2004

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Previous Indexing

  • Refraction, Ocular (1966-2003)

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  1. E01w.370.380.560w.500w

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Retinoscopy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D042262. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D042262
  2. Retinoscopy. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Retinoscopy
  3. Retinoscopy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q2915524